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YG62 GZM

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

172,669 mi
Last recorded172,669 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 GZM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 172,669 miles

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 172,669 miles

Brake performance not tested unable to do decelerometer test due to condition of tyre (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer sidewall 2255017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm balding edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 146,849 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 140,960 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 140,959 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively REAR WIPER (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 125,904 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 125,850 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2017 107,807 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2017 107,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 87,153 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 74,898 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 49,862 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 26,687 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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YG62 GZM is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,077 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG62 GZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YG62 GZM is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 October 2012.

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